Plastic Particles and Contaminants Found in German Beer

Plastic particles were found in 24 varieties of German beer samples. A team of researchers published their findings in a recent edition of Food Additives and Contaminants. This study is part of a global investigation of plastic microfiber turning up in all parts of the world.

Plastic Particles and Other Contaminants in German Beer

A team of researchers went to a local market in Germany and randomly picked 24 beers; some of the beverages are included in the ten most popular beers in Germany.

In their lab, the team used microscopes in testing beer samples, which led to …read more